We’re excited to share that Envirosult is officially applying for 501(c)(3) nonprofit status! As we continue our mission to empower sustainable change across South Louisiana, this step will allow us to expand our impact through increased funding opportunities, community partnerships, and tax-deductible donations. Our core initiatives—environmental education, green consulting, and local ecological restoration—will continue to grow as we work toward …
Is Your Tap Water Safe? PFAS Chemicals Raise Concerns
A recent Fox Business article highlights growing concerns about toxic “forever chemicals” (PFAS) found in U.S. tap water. Experts warn that these contaminants—linked to cancer and other health issues—are present in drinking water across the country. At Envirosult, we believe access to clean, safe water is a right, not a luxury. As we work toward nonprofit 501(c)(3) status, part of …
Brain-eating amoeba found in Louisiana drinking water again
By Gabrielle Fonrouge June 14, 2018 | 12:14pm | Updated A potentially deadly brain-eating amoeba has been detected in a Louisiana neighborhood’s drinking water — the third time the terrifying discovery has been made in the same parish since 2015, reports said. Naegleria fowleri, which causes fatal brain swelling and tissue destruction, was found over the weekend in Terrebonne Parish, deep in the Louisiana bayou about an …
Millions of Americans drink potentially unsafe tap water. How does your county stack up?
By Katie Langin Feb. 12, 2018 , 3:00 PM Tainted tap water isn’t just a problem in Flint, Michigan. In any given year from 1982 to 2015, somewhere between 9 million and 45 million Americans got their drinking water from a source that was in violation of the Safe Drinking Water Act, according to a new study. Most at risk: people who …
EPA awards Idaho Department of Environmental Quality just over $2 million to protect water quality statewide
EPA partners with Idaho to protect and restore watersheds, streams and groundwater SEATTLE – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has awarded $2,069,912 to the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality, giving local water quality improvement projects across the state a welcome funding boost where it’s needed most. “I love these projects,†said Chris Hladick, EPA’s Regional Administrator in Seattle. “We get to help local groups …
Sources of Funding for Water Infrastructure
WIFIA promises to be a significant funding source for water infrastructure projects, but it will not entirely replace SRF funding By Rich Glaze and Scott McDonald For years, the go-to funding source for most wastewater and drinking water treatment infrastructure has been state revolving fund (SRF) programs established under the federal Clean Water Act (CWA), which include the waste water …
Water and Wastewater Infrastructure
The vast and intricate network of pipes buried beneath our feet is one of the key contributors to the economic success of our nation. Unfortunately, much of our water infrastructure was installed prior to WWII, with some east coast pipes dating back to the late 1800s. Also, many of our nation’s wastewater treatment plants were built in response to the passage of the 1974 Clean …
Clean Water Project: Grant Application Process Now Open!
Environmental Justice The Impact Fund is thrilled to announce that the application process for grants for strategic litigation under our Clean Water Project is now open! As we described in our announcement, the aim of the Clean Water Project is to support advocacy for clean water in the San Joaquin Valley. A crucial component of this effort is to fund litigation …
New funding for water infrastructure projects announced: EPA makes $6B available, builds on 24 previously issued WIFIA loans.
Jul 14th, 2020 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the 2020 notice of funding availability under its Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) program, including funding for the new State infrastructure financing authority WIFIA (SWIFIA) program. These funding programs accelerate investment in critical water infrastructure through innovative and flexible financing that can support diverse projects in …
EPA Announces $6 Billion in New Funding for Water Infrastructure Projects
Funding availability builds on 24 WIFIA loans issued under President Trump financing nearly $12 billion in water infrastructure and creating 25,000 jobs 07/14/2020Contact Information: EPA Press Office (press@epa.gov) WASHINGTON (July 14, 2020) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the 2020 notice of funding availability under its Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) program, including funding for the new State infrastructure …
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